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Seven against Thebes Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not a fear of the women of Thebes?
(a) Death.
(b) Slavery.
(c) Disease.
(d) Rape.

2. The Chorus refers to the attacks against the city of Thebes as _______.
(a) Clouds.
(b) Waves.
(c) Sand.
(d) Trees.

3. The belief system of ancient Greece is that existence depends upon _____, or the will of the gods?
(a) Luck.
(b) Free will.
(c) Destiny.
(d) Fate.

4. After Oedipus' death, who rules the city of Thebes?
(a) Polyneices.
(b) Eteocles.
(c) Antigone.
(d) Jocasta.

5. Who runs on with news that the seven powerful generals of the attacking army have performed a blood sacrifice?
(a) A scout.
(b) The Chorus.
(c) A blacksmith.
(d) A carpenter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a Spinx?

2. To go against the will of the gods, or to make them angry, is to risk destruction. This is considered the _____ of the play.

3. The imagery in general represents a basic element of the Greek philosophy of ________.

4. The image of Thebes is considered the ______ of its citizens.

5. The theme of these legends also states that the after-effects can last for generations, which means it's better to listen to the will of __________.

Short Essay Questions

1. According to the Chorus, how are old women and young virgins equal victims for the attacking army?

2. How is the city of Thebes most like a "mother" to her people?

3. Describe the theme of blindness.

4. What is the significance of the approaching army setting up their own memorial for their families back home?

5. How is the theme of family portrayed in this play?

6. Give two examples of the theme: power of curses as seen in the play, Seven Against Thebes.

7. How are women treated during wartime according to part 1 of the play? Why do you think women were treated in the manner?

8. What is the irony behind Oedipus solving "the Riddle of the Sphinx with his brilliance" ?

9. Were Oedipus and Jocasta's reaction to their incestuous relations justified? Explain.

10. What is the significance of having statues of the Greek gods physically on set?

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